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I'm just going to say it, the concept of this anime is astounding, I mean really who thinks of this kind of thing? It's a simple enough story, but at the same time it has a lot of substance behind it. I'll explain the base story and just talk about some other things that make this anime a watch.

Btooom is a story about Sakamoto Ryuuta he's an unemployed 22-year-old who lives ...

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I'm just going to say it, the concept of this anime is astounding, I mean really who thinks of this kind of thing? It's a simple enough story, but at the same time it has a lot of substance behind it. I'll explain the base story and just talk about some other things that make this anime a watch.

Btooom is a story about Sakamoto Ryuuta he's an unemployed 22-year-old who lives with his mother. In the real world, he's very average to say the least. But online, he's one of the world's top players of the combat game "BTOOOM." One day, he wakes up on what appears to be an abandoned tropical island, he has no memory of how he got there and must find a way off the island. (Spoiler incoming.) Thankfully he finds someone and calls out for help. That's when the stranger throws a bomb at him. Realizing he's been trapped in a real life version of his favourite game, Ryuuta is caught in a game to the death. Will he survive long enough to find out why he is here and how to escape?

Really someone needs to give the author a medal, and while some of you may say 'This is just a rip off of the hunger games with more explosions' I would say 'Oh hell no' true they have the similar concept of a fight for survival. But this anime is so much more than that, It's psychologically intimidating, action packed and well written. What more could you ask for?

Oh but here's a warning, stay away from it if you can't handle too much gore.

Edit: Turns out how I thought it would unfortunately... The ending just sort of... ended.
This was of course due to there not being enough source material to go off of, so hopefully when there is more manga, there will in turn be more anime.

This anime is definitely not my cup of tea. Episode 2 really turned me off to this show. It was an episode full of murder and rape, and it was just disturbing, and I did not care for this series any longer. One star.

The extreme issues and overall feel of this anime is second to none. It combines the adult themes of mangas like Battle Royale, Elfin Lied, and G.T.O., but adds in the action and fantasy of animes like Ga-rei Zero.

With a name like BTOOOM! I went into this with low expectations. The poster art drew me in and the description made me want to give it a chance. All I can say is that I was both surprised at the quality of content and the content of the story put forwards. The first episode reminded me a bit of Welcome to the NHK, but with that obvious twist, though the second and third episodes pushed past that ...

With a name like BTOOOM! I went into this with low expectations. The poster art drew me in and the description made me want to give it a chance. All I can say is that I was both surprised at the quality of content and the content of the story put forwards. The first episode reminded me a bit of Welcome to the NHK, but with that obvious twist, though the second and third episodes pushed past that to make this its own creation.

I heartily recommend this as a top pick for the current Crunchyroll season.

Well, my review is going to be short and simple. Honestly sme may not like the concept of a "Game" feel but personally, I find those to be very enjoyable. BTOOOM! Is like a mix of Sword Art Online and Mirai Nikki. A must watch if you've seen those.

Surprisingly good, the anime has a great story and interesting charcters. Now, right off the back, by episode 2. I knew people were going to be butt-hurt over it. It had a dark storyline with rape and murder. If any of these things you don't like. Don't watch it. This is obviously a rated R anime, and it is proud of that. I will be watching, it's nice to see an anime be dark and mature for older ...

Surprisingly good, the anime has a great story and interesting charcters. Now, right off the back, by episode 2. I knew people were going to be butt-hurt over it. It had a dark storyline with rape and murder. If any of these things you don't like. Don't watch it. This is obviously a rated R anime, and it is proud of that. I will be watching, it's nice to see an anime be dark and mature for older audience members. If you like the concept of Sword Art Online. You'll love this anime.

Gotta say it, its just so >>>there<<<<I couldn't overlook its similarities, and in alot of respects in line with DEADMAN WONDERLAND. Yet with more lackluster characters. Im still trying to take it all in and not laugh, or laugh as to something laughable in originality. Seems as though they dont know where to go with it, even though it may be part of some other written manga or whatever. Its ...

Gotta say it, its just so >>>there<<<<I couldn't overlook its similarities, and in alot of respects in line with DEADMAN WONDERLAND. Yet with more lackluster characters. Im still trying to take it all in and not laugh, or laugh as to something laughable in originality. Seems as though they dont know where to go with it, even though it may be part of some other written manga or whatever. Its following the current trend, I guess its ok?....... We'll see, only 3rd ep in it thus far so.......

Badass pretty much sums this up. Don't write it off till there are at least 7 or so episodes. It takes time to set up complex characters with messed up backgrounds. It's a dark anime with gore, sexual event, and etc. don't watch it if you are not into anime with that. I look forward to more episodes.

This is exactly the show I've been waiting for to fill the void left after Deadman Wonderland! It even mixes in one of my other favorite shows "Sword Art Online" with the whole game concept affecting reality.

I consider this anime to be excellent. The story seems simple and "been done before" but it will surprise you. Later on it becomes much deeper. Characters are well written. Not a single character is one dimensional, they all have their back stories, their traumas and issues, their motivations, strategies and more. The animation is amazing, Great fight scenes and lots of attention to detail. Voice ...

I consider this anime to be excellent. The story seems simple and "been done before" but it will surprise you. Later on it becomes much deeper. Characters are well written. Not a single character is one dimensional, they all have their back stories, their traumas and issues, their motivations, strategies and more. The animation is amazing, Great fight scenes and lots of attention to detail. Voice acting is also on the spot. Overall a great anime that should not be missed.

About the Show

Sakamoto Ryota still has no job at age 22, and leads a rather dull life. But in the online game, BTOOOM!, he's stronger and more highly
Sakamoto Ryota still has no job at age 22, and leads a rather dull life. But in the online game, BTOOOM!, he's stronger and more highly respected than anyone else. However, the game he's playing now is no longer virtual, but real. He's been sent to a deserted island with only a BIM supply and no clue why he's being coerced into fighting and killing. The players are now stuck in a real life version of BTOOOM!, not even knowing the reason why. ...more